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Sir William Herschel, astronomer, 1790s. Artist: John Russell
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Sir William Herschel, astronomer, 1790s. Artist: John Russell
Sir William Herschel, astronomer, 1790s. Holding a diagram of planets and their planetry rings. Herschel constructed his own telescope after taking up astronomy as a hobby. As well as discovering the planet Uranus in 1781 and two of its satellites, he performed a major study of Saturn. He discovered two satellites, the rotation of the planetary rings and the period of the planets rotation. He also catalogued and investigated the motions of binary stars, the results of which are still in use
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This print captures the esteemed astronomer Sir William Herschel in the 1790s, as portrayed by artist John Russell. Holding a diagram of planets and their planetary rings, Herschel's passion for astronomy is evident. What sets him apart is his remarkable journey from amateur to renowned scientist. Herschel's self-constructed telescope became instrumental in his groundbreaking discoveries. Notably, he identified Uranus in 1781 along with two of its satellites, forever expanding our understanding of the solar system. His extensive study of Saturn unveiled astonishing revelations: two more satellites, the rotation patterns of its planetary rings, and even the planet's rotational period. Beyond these achievements, Herschel delved into cataloging and investigating binary stars' motions—a contribution that continues to shape scientific research today. The monochrome portrait exudes an air of intellectual prowess mixed with determination. It serves as a testament to Herschel's unwavering commitment to unraveling celestial mysteries during the eighteenth century. Preserved by The Print Collector from Heritage Images, this engraving immortalizes Sir William Herschel—an icon among astronomers—whose name will forever be associated with revolutionary discoveries that reshaped our perception of space and time.
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